Do you feel that without the sacrifices of your ancestors, you could live as comfortably as you do today? Have you shared their way of life with your children?
When have you talked to your children about the way of life of your ancestors?
Today's Kritika Nakshatra helps to renew family relationships. The Dwadashi Tithi provides an opportunity to reflect on the memories of our ancestors and walk in their path.
The place where the elders sit is exalted; the mind that elevates them is even more exalted.
In ancient times, family was based on unity and love. During that time, grandparents kept the family together. They always shared stories of the ancestors with their children, showcasing their way of life.
One day, a little boy named Ravi asked his grandfather, "How did you manage so many hardships?" The grandfather smiled and said, "Our ancestors always lived with faith. They always kept their family in the forefront," he said.
Those words deeply resonated in Ravi's mind. He began to do small acts for his family. One day, he gifted his parents a beautiful lamp, saying, "This reminds us of the light of our ancestors."
The lamp shone in their home, reminding everyone that the ancestors are always with us. That one small act brought Ravi's family closer together, and they began to walk in the path of their ancestors.
In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna says that the soul does not change due to birth and death. Though the body changes, the inner strength continues from generation to generation. The courage, discipline, and love of our ancestors are within our blood. We do not live alone; the strength of ten generations is behind us. Realizing this, we can understand the importance of our family's unity and the guidance of our ancestors.
Today's Dwadashi Tithi and Kritika Nakshatra help to bring forth forgotten feelings within the family. Remembering the way of life of your ancestors, share with your children how they dealt with hardships. Through this, we can realize the importance of family unity and the guidance of our ancestors.